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November 10, 2020
29 recorded votes, 21 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · City meeting page
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Attendance
Note on these minutes: Mayor John J. Leahy presiding.
Present: William Samaras, Vesna Nuon, Sokhary Chau, David Conway, John Drinkwater, Rodney M. Elliott, John J. Leahy, Rita Mercier, Daniel P. Rourke
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
Accept and place on file: Communication Remote / Zoom Participation
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)
Recognition - Lowell Shopping Network
Accept and place on file: Recognition - Lowell Shopping Network
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Conway, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Conway, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Mercier)
Minutes Of Finance SC Jointly With School Committee Finance SC October 27th; City Council Regular Meeting October...
Accept and place on file: Minutes Of Finance SC Jointly With School Committee Finance SC October 27th; City Council Regular Meeting October 27th...
In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“In City Council, minutes read, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Ordinance - Amend Zoning
Continue matter to December 8, 2020 at 7 PM
Motion to continue matter to December 8, 2020 at 7 PM by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted.
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“Motion to continue matter to December 8, 2020 at 7 PM by C. Samaras, seconded by C. Mercier. So voted..” (Motion: Samaras, second: Mercier)
Order-Abandon Portion Of Warren St And Portion Hurd St
Refer to Clerk’s Office: Order-Abandon Portion Of Warren St And Portion Hurd St
Motion to refer matter to Clerk’s Office for 7 days by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
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“Motion to refer matter to Clerk’s Office for 7 days by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Samaras)
Ordinance- Rental Property
Adopt: Ordinance- Rental Property
Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Drinkwater. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Drinkwater)
Motion Responses
Accept and place on file: Motion Responses
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Rourke. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Rourke)
Refer to the Housing SC by C: Motion Responses
C) Motion Response - Affordable Housing Trust Fund – Motion to refer to Housing SC by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted.
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“C) Motion Response - Affordable Housing Trust Fund – Motion to refer to Housing SC by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Drinkwater. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Drinkwater)
Refer to Finance SC joint with School Finance SC: Motion Responses
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott to refer matter to Finance SC joint with School Finance SC. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Elliott to refer matter to Finance SC joint with School Finance SC. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Elliott)
Suspend rules to discuss 75 Arcand Drive
Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke to suspend rules to discuss 75 Arcand Drive. So voted.
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“Motion by C. Mercier, seconded by C. Rourke to suspend rules to discuss 75 Arcand Drive. So voted..” (Motion: Mercier, second: Rourke)
Informational Reports
Establish special stabilization fund regarding diversity and inclusion programs as recommended by the City finance department
Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to establish special stabilization fund regarding diversity and inclusion programs as recommended by the City finance department. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Mercier to establish special stabilization fund regarding diversity and inclusion programs as recommended by the City finance department. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Mercier)
Communication - Planning Board Recommendation On Proposed Zoning Amendment To Rezone The Parcel At Rivers Edge Road...
Accept and place on file: Communication - Planning Board Recommendation On Proposed Zoning Amendment To Rezone The Parcel At Rivers Edge Road From...
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Nuon, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Chau)
Appointments To Community Preservation Committee
Accept and place on file: Appointments To Community Preservation Committee
In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion “To accept and place on file” by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Bundle and waive full reading Items #6.1 to Item #6.5 inclusive
Motion to bundle and waive full reading Items #6.1 to Item #6.5 inclusive by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“Motion to bundle and waive full reading Items #6.1 to Item #6.5 inclusive by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
Vote-Accept.Expend 76,775 Grant FY20 Reduce Injury And Death And Missing-Developmental Disabilities
Adopt: Vote-Accept.Expend 76,775 Grant FY20 Reduce Injury And Death And Missing-Developmental Disabilities
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Vote-Auth CM Execute Lease Agreement With Mill City Grows- 72.1 Fowler Rd
Adopt: Vote-Auth CM Execute Lease Agreement With Mill City Grows- 72.1 Fowler Rd
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Vote-Auth Mgr Execute Temp Work Space And Easement Amendment Agreement With Boston Gas Co
Adopt: Vote-Auth Mgr Execute Temp Work Space And Easement Amendment Agreement With Boston Gas Co
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Vote- Auth Mgr Execute Underground Electric Easement-179 Bridge St
Adopt: Vote- Auth Mgr Execute Underground Electric Easement-179 Bridge St
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Vote-Transfer Cemetery
Adopt: Vote-Transfer Cemetery
Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted.
From the minutes
“Motion to adopt by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Mercier. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Mercier)
Wire Insp. - TC Systems, Inc. (AT&T) - Request Installation Of Two (2) Telecommunication Conduits At Intersection Of...
Adopt: Wire Insp. - TC Systems, Inc. (AT&T) - Request Installation Of Two (2) Telecommunication Conduits At Intersection Of University Avenue And...
In City Council, Motion to adopt and accept accompanying order by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to adopt and accept accompanying order by C. Elliott, seconded by C. Nuon. So voted..” (Motion: Elliott, second: Nuon)
National Grid - Request Installation Of 60 Feet Of 2 Inch Gas Main To Service
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of 60 Feet Of 2 Inch Gas Main To Service
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on November 24, 2020 at 7PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on November 24, 2020 at 7PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Chau)
National Grid - Request Installation Of 50 Feet Of 2 Inch Gas Main To Service 106 Gilmore Street
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of 50 Feet Of 2 Inch Gas Main To Service 106 Gilmore Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on November 24, 2020 at 7PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on November 24, 2020 at 7PM by C. Conway, seconded by C. Chau. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Chau)
National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit On Appleton Street For Service At 193 Appleton...
Send to a public hearing: National Grid - Request Installation Of Underground Electric Conduit On Appleton Street For Service At 193 Appleton Street
In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on November 24, 2020 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
The minutes give the result only (“So voted”, a voice vote), so MassVoter does not show how each councilor voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, Given 1st Reading, Motion to refer to public hearing on November 24, 2020 at 7PM by C. Drinkwater, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Samaras)
Request: City Council Adopt Attached Resolution In Support Of The Lowell Police Department And Forward Same To State...
Adopt: Request: City Council Adopt Attached Resolution In Support Of The Lowell Police Department And Forward Same To State Delegation
In City Council, seconded by C. Samaras, read. Motion to adopt. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted. So voted.
From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Samaras, read. Motion to adopt. Adopted per Roll Call vote 9 yeas. So voted. So voted..” (Motion: Conway, second: Samaras)
Ask the City Manager to Direct The Law Department To Report On The City’s Policy For Indemnifying Employees From...
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Direct The Law Department To Report On The City’s Policy For Indemnifying Employees From...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Drinkwater, second: Nuon)
Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Replace Missing Traffic Mirrors At The Railroad Bridge On Lawrence Street
Refer to the City Manager: Ask the City Manager to Have Proper Department Replace Missing Traffic Mirrors At The Railroad Bridge On Lawrence Street
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to City Manager. So voted..” (Motion: Nuon, second: Mercier)
Request: Public Safety SC Have Discussion With Lowell Police Department Regarding Current Crime Statistics In The City
Refer to Public Safety SC: Request: Public Safety SC Have Discussion With Lowell Police Department Regarding Current Crime Statistics In The City
In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to Public Safety SC. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Mercier, referred to Public Safety SC. So voted..” (Motion: Chau, second: Mercier)
Request: Lowell License Commission Consider A One-Time Reduction In Restaurant License Renewal Fees For 2021 Due To...
Refer to the City Manager: Request: Lowell License Commission Consider A One-Time Reduction In Restaurant License Renewal Fees For 2021 Due To The...
In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Law Department. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, seconded by C. Nuon, referred to City Manager/Law Department. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Nuon)
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn
In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted.
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From the minutes
“In City Council, Motion to Adjourn by C. Rourke, seconded by C. Samaras. So voted..” (Motion: Rourke, second: Samaras)
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